WEDGEWEAR Heavy Water Break Sometimes You Rip Vintage Hoodie

HEAVY-WATER ATTITUDE. EVERYDAY WEAR.

SOMETIMES YOU RIP. SOMETIMES YOU GET RIPPED.

The Wedge. Newport Beach, California. Where the ocean always has the final say.

Some days you ride the wave of your life. Other days, the wave takes you for a ride you'll never forget.

The WEDGEWEAR Heavy Water Break Lip Service Vintage Hoodie brings back the raw energy, unmistakable humor, and old-school attitude of Newport Beach's legendary surf break — The Wedge.

Featuring the classic "Sometimes You Rip. Sometimes You Get Ripped." artwork in bold white against a black hoodie, this design captures the unpredictable nature of heavy-water surfing.

The detailed vintage-inspired illustration depicts a towering breaking wave, the famous rock jetty, and the spectacular wipeouts that have become part of The Wedge's history.

It's a design that tells a story every serious bodysurfer understands. One moment you're making the drop of your life. The next, you're getting worked by the ocean.

Sometimes You Rip. Sometimes You Get Ripped. That's The Wedge.

Inspired by the original Wedge Crew and the artwork created by Kevin "Mel" Thoman more than three decades ago, this hoodie celebrates the friendships, unforgettable sessions, and shared experiences that helped define an era of Southern California surf culture.

Made from a substantial 9.4 oz cotton-blend fabric, the hoodie combines vintage surf styling with everyday comfort. Its relaxed fit, dropped shoulders, lined hood, and kangaroo pocket make it an easy choice for cool offshore mornings, post-surf evenings, and everyday wear.

The bold white graphic against classic black fabric delivers a timeless look that doesn't need bright colors or unnecessary decoration to make a statement.

Whether you've experienced The Wedge firsthand or simply appreciate the attitude of old-school California surf culture, this hoodie carries a message that never gets old.

The ocean doesn't care who you are.

More than 30 years later, the attitude lives on.

THE DETAILS

• Original Lip Service artwork — Classic "Sometimes You Rip. Sometimes You Get Ripped." illustration
• Vintage Newport Beach graphics — Detailed breaking wave, rock jetty, and wipeout imagery
• Bold black-and-white design — High-contrast artwork with classic surfwear character
• Wedge Crew heritage — Inspired by the original artwork and culture surrounding The Wedge
• Premium cotton blend — 80% cotton / 20% polyester
• Medium-heavy fabric — 9.4 oz/yd² (320 g/m²)
• Relaxed fit — Comfortable pullover silhouette with dropped shoulders
• Self-fabric lined hood — Added comfort for cooler conditions
• Kangaroo pocket — Convenient everyday storage and hand warmth
• Ribbed sleeve cuffs — Classic fit and finish
• Preshrunk construction — Helps minimize shrinkage
• Tear-away label — Added comfort
• Unisex styling — Vintage surf-inspired apparel for everyday wear

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• Machine wash cold (maximum 30°C / 90°F)
• Do not bleach
• Line dry
• Do not iron
• Do not dry clean

WEDGEWEAR — HEAVY WATER APPAREL.

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